NBC orders 13-episode drama Hannibal

the live feed | THR is reporting that NBC has given a 13-episode series order Hannibal, an adaptation featuring the characters from Thomas Harris’ novel “Red Dragon”.

Hannibal, from Gaumont International Television, is described as an hourlong contemporary thriller featuring characters from Harris’ best-seller and revolves around FBI agent Will Graham and his mentor, Dr. Hannibal Lecter, who are reintroduced as the beginning of their budding relationship.